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The Holy Reflection Rosary: The Joyful Mysteries (Mon/Sat)
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The Joyful Mysteries
Introductory Prayers
Sign of the Cross: In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; he descended into hell; on the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.
Our Father: Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
For the Virtues of Faith, Hope, and Charity, we pray: Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. (3 times)
Glory Be: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
First Joyful Mystery: The Annunciation — Virtue: Humility
We offer Thee, O Lord Jesus, this first decade in honor of Thy Incarnation and we ask of Thee, through this mystery and through the intercession of Thy most Holy Mother, a profound humility.
Reflection: Mary receives God’s word with reverent trust. In humility, she does not grasp for control but offers herself to the divine plan. Prayer: Lord, form in me a humble heart that listens, trusts, and answers, “Let it be done.”
Our Father...
After each verse, pray Hail Mary...
1. “the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a virgin named Mary. And said, “Hail, favored one! The Lord is with you.” — Luke 1:28
2. “But she was greatly troubled at the saying, and considered...what sort of greeting this might be.” — Luke 1:29
3. “And the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.” — Luke 1:30
4. “And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, & you shall call his name Jesus.” — Luke 1:31
5. “He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Most High” — Luke 1:32a
6. “and the Lord God will give to him the throne of his father David” — Luke 1:32b
7. “he will reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there will be no end.” — Luke 1:33
8. “Mary said to the angel, “How can this be, since I have no husband?”” — Luke 1:34
9. “the angel said to her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you” — Luke 1:33
10. “And Mary said, 'Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.’” — Luke 1:38
Glory Be... Fatima Prayer: O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell; lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.
Grace of the mystery of the Incarnation, come down into my soul and make it truly humble.
Second Joyful Mystery: The Visitation — Virtue: Charity
We offer Thee, O Lord Jesus, this second decade in honor of the Visitation of Thy Holy Mother to her cousin Saint Elizabeth, and we ask of Thee through this mystery and through Mary’s intercession, a perfect charity towards our neighbor.
Reflection: Mary hastens to serve Elizabeth, carrying Christ within her. True charity moves quickly toward the needs of another. Prayer: Lord, make my love generous, attentive, and ready to serve.
Our Father...
After each verse, pray Hail Mary...
1. “And the angel said to Mary, Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son. For with God nothing will be impossible. And she arose and went with haste” — Luke 1:36a-37;39a
2. “and she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth” — Luke 1:40
3. Eilzabeith said “For behold, when the voice of your greeting came to my ears, the babe in my womb leaped with joy” — Luke 1:41/44
4. “Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.” — Luke 1:41b
5. “and she exclaimed with a loud cry, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb!” — Luke 1:42
6. “And why is this granted me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?” — Luke 1:43
7. “And blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfilment of what was spoken to her from the Lord.” — Luke 1:45
8. “And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,” — Luke 1:46/47a
9. “For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed;” — Luke 1:48b
10. “For He who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name..” — Luke 1:49
Glory Be... Fatima Prayer: O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell; lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.
Grace of the mystery of the Visitation come down into my soul and make it really charitable.
Third Joyful Mystery: The Nativity — Virtue: Poverty of Spirit
We offer Thee, O Child Jesus, this third decade in honor of Thy Blessed Nativity, and we ask of Thee, through this mystery and through the intercession of Thy Blessed Mother, detachment from things of this world, love of poverty and love of the poor.
Reflection: The Son of God is born in poverty, revealing that divine glory is not measured by worldly display. Prayer: Jesus, teach me to receive you with a poor and open heart.
Our Father...
After each verse, pray Hail Mary...
1. “A decree went out from Caesar Augustus.” — Luke 2:1
2. “Joseph went with Mary, his betrothed, who was with child.” — Luke 2:4-5
3. “The time came for Mary to have her child.” — Luke 2:6
4. “There was no room for them in the inn.” — Luke 2:7
5. “Mary gave birth to her firstborn son.” — Luke 2:7
6. “Mary wrapped Jesus in swaddling clothes.” — Luke 2:7
7. “Mary laid Jesus in a manger.” — Luke 2:7
8. "In that region, there were shepherds..keeping watch. And an Angel of the Lord appeared" — Luke 2:8
9. “For to you is born this day in the City of David, a Savior.” — Luke 2:11
10. “The angels praised God, saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest.’” — Luke 2:14
Glory Be... Fatima Prayer: O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell; lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.
Grace of the mystery of the Nativity come down into my soul and make me truly poor in spirit.
Fourth Joyful Mystery: The Presentation — Virtue: Obedience
We offer Thee, O Lord Jesus, this fourth decade in honor of Thy Presentation in the temple by the hands of Mary, and we ask of Thee, through this mystery and through the intercession of Thy Blessed Mother, the gift of wisdom and purity of heart and body.
Reflection: Mary and Joseph bring Jesus to the Temple in faithful obedience. Love becomes concrete when it honors God’s will. Prayer: Father, help me obey with freedom, reverence, and love.
Our Father...
After each verse, pray Hail Mary...
1. “Mary and Joseph took Jesus up to Jerusalem.” — Luke 2:22
2. “They brought Jesus to present him to the Lord.” — Luke 2:22
3. “The child was consecrated as holy to the Lord.” — Luke 2:23
4. “Mary and Joseph offered a pair of turtledoves.” — Luke 2:24
5. “Simeon was righteous and devout.” — Luke 2:25
6. “The Holy Spirit was upon Simeon.” — Luke 2:25
7. “Simeon said that his eyes had seen God’s salvation.” — Luke 2:30
8. “Simeon called Jesus a light for revelation to the Gentiles.” — Luke 2:32
9. “Simeon said that Jesus would be a sign of contradiction.” — Luke 2:34
10. “Simeon told Mary that a sword would pierce her soul.” — Luke 2:35
Glory Be... Fatima Prayer: O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell; lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.
Grace of the mystery of the Purification, come down into my soul and make it really wise and really pure.
Fifth Joyful Mystery: The Finding of Jesus in the Temple — Virtue: Zeal for God
We offer Thee, O Lord Jesus, this fifth decade in honor of Thy Finding in the Temple among the learned men by Our Lady, after she had lost Thee, and we ask Thee, through this mystery and through the intercession of Thy Blessed Mother, to convert us and help us amend our lives, and also to convert all sinners, heretics, schismatics and idolaters.
Grace of the mystery of the Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple, come down into my soul and truly convert me.
Reflection: Jesus reveals that he must be in his Father’s house. The soul grows holy by seeking God before every other good. Prayer: Lord, increase my desire to seek you faithfully and above all things.
Our Father...
After each verse, pray Hail Mary...
1. “Each year, Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for Passover.” — Luke 2:41
2. “They went according to festival custom.” — Luke 2:42
3. “The boy Jesus remained behind in Jerusalem.” — Luke 2:43
4. “Mary and Joseph looked for Jesus among their relatives and acquaintances.” — Luke 2:44
5. “After three days, Mary and Joseph found Jesus.” — Luke 2:46
6. “They found Jesus in the temple.” — Luke 2:46
7. “Jesus was sitting in the midst of the teachers.” — Luke 2:46
8. “Jesus was listening to them and asking them questions.” — Luke 2:46
9. “Jesus said that he must be in his Father’s house.” — Luke 2:49
10. “Mary kept all these things in her heart.” — Luke 2:51
Glory Be... Fatima Prayer: O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of hell; lead all souls to Heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen.
Grace of the mystery of the Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple, come down into my soul and truly convert me.
Concluding Prayers
Hail, Holy Queen:
Hail, holy Queen, Mother of mercy, our life, our sweetness, and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve; to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us; and after this, our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.
Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us Pray
O God, whose only begotten Son, by his life, death, and resurrection, has purchased for us the rewards of eternal life, grant, we beseech thee, that while meditating on these mysteries of the most holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we may imitate what they contain and obtain what they promise, through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayer to Saint Michael: Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
Memorare: Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen.
Sign of the Cross: In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
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